Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Care Unit

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician for their Cardiac Care Unit. This full-time role involves providing essential patient care and support, ensuring safety and compliance under the guidance of professional nursing staff. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a passion for healthcare, with prior experience preferred. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. Join a team committed to excellence and patient-centered care, where your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Qualifications

• Must have one year of prior health care experience preferred.
• BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the supervision of a professional nurse.
• Observe and report changes in patients' conditions.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Observation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital on the Cardiac Care Unit.

Hours/Shift:

Full-time, dayshift, 7am to 7pm

Department/Position Overview:

CCU (Cardiac Care Unit) is a 12-bed high-level intermediate care unit that specializes in caring for cardiac and vascular patients before and after interventional procedures and surgeries such as cardiac catheterizations, coronary bypass surgery, carotid surgery, and peripheral vascular surgery. CCU also cares for congestive heart failure and arrhythmia patients.

Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. They provide patient care, support the admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse. They observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any change to the nurse.

Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification/Licensure:

• American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following
  • Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or
  • Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or
  • National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or
  • National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or
  • Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or
  • Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or
  • Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or
  • Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Experience:
One year of prior health care experience preferred.